ESPN Soccer reports: Spain coach Luis de la Fuente didn't confirm whether Lamine Yamal will make his first World Cup start on Sunday, while urging caution when comparing the Barcelona star to legends like Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona.
sports | soccer | ESPN Soccer | June 21, 2026 2:18 AM
Spain coach: A mistake to compare Yamal to Messi
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente didn't confirm whether Lamine Yamal will make his first World Cup start on Sunday, while urging caution when comparing the Barcelona star to legends like Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona.
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